Financial Analyst

Sierra Forest Products; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Financial Planning and Analysis Analyst to enhance strategic decision-making through advanced reporting and analysis. This role offers the opportunity to develop financial models, generate insights via data visualization, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency and growth. The company prides itself on sustainability and workforce development, providing a supportive environment that fosters career advancement. If you're passionate about finance and eager to make an impact, this position is a perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Paid volunteer day

Career growth opportunities

Retirement Savings plan

Employee Recognition Program

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in financial planning and analysis with strong analytical skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Power BI and Microsoft Excel for financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop financial models and forecasts to support business planning.
• Create interactive dashboards for financial data visualization.
• Analyze financial performance and provide recommendations for optimization.

Skills

Financial Planning

Business Analysis

Data Visualization

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Tools

Power BI

Microsoft Excel

SQL

Job description

Why you will love Upper Canada Forest Products:

We are North America's premier distributor of globally sourced specialty forest products. That means our products are not only sustainably sourced, but we are building a workforce for the future.

We stand proudly for our people and support their success through career advancement and development. From innovation, diversity, equity & inclusion, we also strive to do what’s best for our people, customers, and communities.

The impact you will have:

The Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Analyst will play a critical role in supporting strategic decision-making by leveraging advanced Power BI reporting and business analysis capabilities. This position focuses on developing financial models, generating insights through data visualization, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive financial efficiency and revenue growth.

What you will do:

• Develop and maintain financial models, budgets, and forecasts to support business planning.
• Create and manage interactive dashboards and reports to visualize financial and operational data.
• Analyze financial performance, identify trends, and provide recommendations for cost optimization and revenue growth.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather data, understand business needs, and align financial strategies.
• Conduct variance analysis to compare actual results against budgets and forecasts, providing detailed commentary.
• Support senior management with ad-hoc financial analysis and presentations.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity in all financial reports and dashboards.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in financial planning and business intelligence tools.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you bring to the table:

• Proven experience in financial planning, analysis, and business reporting.
• Advanced proficiency in Power BI, including data modeling, DAX, and creating interactive dashboards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to convey complex financial data to non-financial stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial analysis tools.
• Knowledge of SQL or other data querying languages is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.

Why people love working here:

• Comprehensive benefits.
• We offer meaningful work and opportunities for career growth.
• Our team members have 1 paid volunteer day per year to give back to a cause of their choice.
• We offer an opportunity to build and grow a career in the wood distribution industry.
• Retirement Savings plan to help save for your future!
• Employee Recognition Program.
• Tuition assistance.
• And so much more!

Not sure if you qualify? Think about applying anyway:

We understand that not everyone brings 100% of the skills and experience for the role. At Upper Canada Forest Products, we offer opportunities to a diverse group including those with a variety of workplace experiences and backgrounds. Whether you are new to Lumber Products, returning to work after a gap in employment, or looking to transition and take the next step in your career, we are excited to learn more about you and encourage you to apply.